Just anounced on the "Bastard Sons" Facebook page is the passing of another legend, and genuinely lovely human being, Phil Campbell. To quote the post, he "passed away peacefully last night following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation." We caught Phil on numerous tours with the Bastard Sons, … Continue reading RIP Phil Campbell of Motörhead, …and the Bastard Sons, etc (1961 – 2026)
Gig Review: MGK / Julia Wolf – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (8th March 2026)
Glasgow was literally on fire while MGK played this Sunday night! Supporting act Julia Wolf, a rising alt-pop artist, took to the stage just as the arena was already filling up. The best turnout for an opening act at the Hydro I've seen in a long time. Wolf appeared almost nervous on stage with almost … Continue reading Gig Review: MGK / Julia Wolf – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (8th March 2026)
Ripcord Fest 2026 Preview
Is there anything better than an all-dayer? You, your pals, some pints, and the most stacked line-up of underground post-metal/post-rock you could possibly want. Glasgow's Ripcord Records have hand picked nine of the best bands going for the inaugural Ripcord Fest, and on March 21st will take over Nice N Sleazy for what will no … Continue reading Ripcord Fest 2026 Preview
Sabaton set sail with new single “Yamato” in collaboration with World of Warships
Swedish power metal titans Sabaton have once again teamed up with the folks at World of Warships to drop a massive new single and music video titled "Yamato". This isn’t their first time hitting the high seas with developer Wargaming - you’ll likely remember their "Bismarck" collaboration back in 2019 - but they’ve gone all … Continue reading Sabaton set sail with new single “Yamato” in collaboration with World of Warships
Gore Machine return with sophomore slammer ‘Congealed And Foaming’
Pennsylvania’s own Gore Machine are back to turn stomachs once again, dropping their sophomore effort Congealed And Foaming via the reliably grim Horror Pain Gore Death Productions. If you caught their 2024 debut, Macerated & Liquified, you’ll know exactly what’s in store here: ten tracks of uncompromising, slamming death metal and goregrind that doesn't mess … Continue reading Gore Machine return with sophomore slammer ‘Congealed And Foaming’
Barren Womb announce UK tour and new split single with HYLKO
You might want to bolt down the furniture and give the neighbours a heads-up, because Norwegian noise-rock duo Barren Womb are heading back to the UK this month. Armed with a sound that’s been described as "easy listening for the hard of hearing," Timo Silvola and Tony Gonzalez are set to bring their brand of … Continue reading Barren Womb announce UK tour and new split single with HYLKO